About Us
Having completed her MA in Contemporary Art at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London, American-born Lacey West spent five years managing commercial galleries before turning to arts recruitment in 2010.
Lacey founded LWAI with the goal of providing a professional recruitment service to the art world. Since inception, LWAI has placed hundreds of carefully selected, skilled candidates with global clients who value our honesty and integrity.
Enabled by our large and growing pool of highly qualified candidates of all levels and extensive professional network, LWAI is committed to finding the best candidate for every job. While devoted to our local art community in London, LWAI is equally skilled in handling complex international briefs at all levels of employment thanks to the global experience and perspective of our team.
We are proud to offer candidates fantastic opportunities to work in the art world, and endeavour to help them fulfil their career goals. With our comprehensive understanding of the marketplace, established relationships with our clients, and a thorough pre-screening process, we are well placed to find the most suitable candidates for every role. By listening carefully and working tirelessly for and with our clients and candidates, we have exhibited time and again that we have Recruitment Down To An Art.
Our Values
With a comprehensive understanding of the art world and an extensive professional network, we bring more than just industry knowledge—we provide tailored recruitment solutions that are personalised to meet the unique needs of both clients and candidates. Our expertise allows us to match candidates with roles that align with their skills, passions, and career goals, while ensuring they fit seamlessly into the company culture and long-term vision of our clients. Our personalised approach ensures that each placement is carefully considered, fostering successful partnerships that go beyond the standard recruitment process.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion by seeking out candidates from varied backgrounds and fostering an equitable recruitment process. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives enhances creativity and drives innovation within the art world.
With experience spanning both local and international markets, LWAI brings a truly global outlook to arts recruitment. Having successfully partnered with clients across Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond, we have demonstrated our excellence in delivering tailored recruitment solutions worldwide. Our extensive network enables us to connect talent with opportunities throughout the world, ensuring our clients benefit from the very best candidates wherever they are.
Our team is passionate about the art world, and this enthusiasm fuels our commitment to finding the perfect match for every role. We value the unique culture of the industry and understand the specific needs of both employers and job seekers.
